Top 3 Family Roller Coasters

Top 3 Family Roller CoastersThis week’s Top 3 is fun for all ages. Not all roller coasters push the limits of human g-force tolerance like Kingda Ka. Family roller coasters are crowd-pleasers that are usually pretty tame.

Italian Job Stunt Coaster at Kings IslandSeveral former Paramount parks (Kings Island, Kings Dominion and Canada’s Wonderland) are home to launch coasters with Mini Cooper trains themed after the Italian Job movies. Feature three tame, but fun launch sections, Hollywood pyrotechnics, and a twisted trip through a tunnel.

Journey to Atlantis at SeaWorld OrlandoMost flume-type rides aren’t roller coasters, but the new Mack water coasters are the exception. Water coasters are hybrids because they offer both flume and tracked sections. Also, check out the clones at SeaWorld San Antonio and SeaWorld San Diego.

Mr. Six’s Pandemonium at Six Flags New EnglandDespite it’s terrible name, Mr. Six’s Pandemonium is by far one of the best family roller coasters I’ve ever ridden. The ride length, unique layout, spinning cars, and the fact that you can get a slightly different ride depending on your weight distribution make this a great coaster. Check out my full review of Mr. Six’s Pandemonium at Six Flags New England.